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From Abel Leonard, Lafia
The Keffi Elites Forum and a coalition of civil society groups in Nasarawa State have condemned the security breach and political thuggery at Lafia Square during the presidential campaign rally for President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday, 4 November 2026.
In a statement on Monday, signed by its Chairman, Lawal Maizabo, the group described the incident as a serious threat to peace and democratic values, and urged security agencies to investigate impartially.
It wants all individuals and groups that participated in, sponsored or facilitated the criminal acts identified, arrested and prosecuted, irrespective of political affiliation, status or connections. It also wants any security lapses or deliberate provocation established.
The groups urged political leaders to caution their supporters against violence, hate speech and intimidation, and warned that youths must not be used as instruments of political violence.
They also urged residents to reject politicians who promote or tolerate violence, and called on parties and candidates to conduct their campaigns peacefully ahead of the 2027 elections.
